Cherie Claire

Raised by Captain Jean Bouclaire, Delphine Delaronde lost her heart to his partner Philibert Bertrand when she was just a girl. But when she finally came of age and confessed her love to the dashing Louisiana smuggler, he dismissed her "juvenile crush." Embarrassed and hurt Phiney fled to France, hoping to forget his cruel rejection, unaware that Phil had realized too late the precious gift he had cast aside. By the time fate brought them together again, Delphine had inherited a title, and a noblewoman's responsibilities. Now she seems beyond Philibert's reach forever. But beneath the poise and grace of the beautiful Countess Delaronde beats the passionate heart of a woman who will never give up her one true love.This paperback is supported in part by ArtSpark, an Individual Artist stipend supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and administered by the Acadiana Center for the arts.

Years have passed since the Acadian Gallant family was separated from their patriarch during the British exile from Nova Scotia, but Gabrielle and her mother refuse to give up. They travel to the sleepy shores of Bayou Teche for Joseph Gallant's return, while Gabrielle also waits for a visit from Captain Jean Bouclaire, a Louisiana privateer who has stolen her heart. Captain Jean Bouclaire has finally decided to settle down and he knows the right woman to ask. On his way to join Gabrielle he is challenged to a deadly duel that results in his exile from the Louisiana Territory. Now a fugitive, he must decide whether to flee the colony or risk his life for one last glimpse of his dark Acadian beauty.This paperback is supported in part by ArtSpark, an Individual Artist stipend supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and administered by the Acadiana Center for the arts.

Spurned by the Americans living in the South Louisiana town of Franklin because of her Catholic upbringing, and forbidden to associate with the French Creoles and Cajuns by her father, Amanda Rose Richardson believes she is destined to become an old maid. When she finds herself in a compromised situation by the town rogue, it is her good friend Ren Comeaux, the darkly handsome and passionate Cajun who rescues her. Unbeknown to Amanda, Ren has been in love with her for months. But can Ren convince her father his intensions are honorable and win the heart of the "Jolie Blonde" he adores? This paperback is supported in part by ArtSpark, an Individual Artist stipend supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and administered by the Acadiana Center for the arts.

Rose Gallant was always the agreeable sister, which is why she'll do anything to help her Cajun family find their father in the wilds of Louisiana. Joseph Gallant was separated from Rose and her two sisters thirteen years ago during le grand d rangement, the brutal exile by the British from their Nova Scotia home. So when a rich Louisiana Creole offers marriage and a chance to help, Rose believes the union will reunite her family. But it's the passionate and handsome Coleman Thorpe that sets her heart to flame. Thorpe is both English and Protestant and therefore forbidden, but Rose will soon learn how determined a man can be in love, able to break down all boundaries and bring a family together. The paperback is supported in part by ArtSpark, an Individual Artist stipend supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and administered by the Acadiana Center for the arts.

Emilie Gallant and her Cajun family have traveled to Louisiana in search of their father, separated thirteen years ago during le grand d rangement, the brutal exile by the British from their Nova Scotia homeland. The last thing Emilie has on her mind as she enters the rugged bayou country is marriage to her longtime companion, Lorenz Dugas. Beautiful but stubbornly defiant, Emilie worshipped Lorenz as a child but having to fight to preserve her family has built a wall around her heart. But Lorenz is equally determined and his passion will prove that their love cannot be denied. As they make their way across the untamed Louisiana wilderness, hoping to reunite the Gallant family, Emilie learns that love has a way of healing all wounds - even in the most unusual places. This paperback is supported in part by ArtSpark, an Individual Artist stipend supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and administered by the Acadiana Center for the arts.

A stowaway ghost Travel writer Viola Valentine takes a trek down the historic Natchez Trace of Mississippi, but traveling along is an adventurous heiress who's been dead since 1860 The former plantation owner died mysteriously and she wants her story known. Meanwhile, a fellow travel writer - this one living - tries to convince Viola that her ghostly powers could help her reach her beloved Lillye on the Other Side. But are his attentions honorable or nefarious? In the end, it's a showdown between good and evil, and a bargain made with the devil at the crossroads may be Viola's final undoing. Book Three in the Viola Valentine Paranormal Mystery Series. BOOK DETAILS- Contemporary paranormal mystery- Book Three of the Viola Valentine Mystery Series- A full-length novel of 82,000 words - PG-13-rated content: Light sexuality- Set in Louisiana, Mississippi and the Deep South The Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever

Every day at dusk, in a small Louisiana town, the dead emerge from Lorelei Lake. Viola Valentine must use her "gift" of seeing ghosts to rid this town of its apparitions. In the process, she hopes her new ability, obtained after a hurricane barreled through New Orleans, will help her reach her beloved Lillye on the Other Side. Yet, the more Viola struggles to talk to her departed daughter, the more frustrated she gets. Plus, there's a recession on, jobs are hard to come by, and her suffocating family and ex-husband keep making demands. She takes solace in a new love interest, one who teaches her how to harness her anger. In the end, Viola realizes that only love can solve her problems, from ridding ghosts of lakeside towns to healing a broken heart. Book two in the Viola Valentine Mystery Series by award-winning author Cherie Claire. BOOK DETAILS- Contemporary paranormal mystery- Book Two of the Viola Valentine Mystery Series- A full-length novel of approximately 80,000 words - R-rated content: Light sexuality- Set in Louisiana and the Deep South The Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever

Sometimes coming home can heal a broken heart. Dewey Hennessey left Louisiana and Michael Arceneaux, the love of her life, with so many questions unanswered. Now, fourteen years after Dewey went "gone pecan," her grandmother delivers an ultimatum - return to Louisiana and make things right or she'll never speak to her again. Can Dewey leave her high-profile job in Hollywood, even if it means restoring her broken heart? And even though Michael has forged ahead with his life, he can't deny having Dewey back in town will make his life complete. But can he get past the pain she caused fourteen long years ago. The Cajun Embassy series follows three Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana who find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo. Each book - Ticket to Paradise, Damn Yankees and Gone Pecan - follows these dedicated friends as they make their way into the world. Because love - and a good gumbo - cures everything. BOOK DETAILS - Contemporary romance, set in Southern Louisiana- Book Three of Cherie's The Cajun Embassy series- A full-length novel of approximately 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)- R-rated content: Steamy love scenes The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone Pecan Other books by Cherie Claire: The Cajuns historical saga EmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter Carnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras Novella The Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever

One winning lottery ticket. Two desperate people. Lizzy Guidry is having the worst day of her life, thanks to newspaperman Martin Taylor, whose editorial has raised the ire of Lizzy's boss, the mayor of Santa Helena, California. Martin is on the verge of losing his newspaper, which is why he's buying yet another lottery ticket the night he runs into Lizzy. Still fuming, Lizzy beats him to it, nabbing the last ticket before the machines close. Topping off Martin's worst day, Lizzy's ticket wins. Only she doesn't know it. As Martin attempts to romance his way to five million dollars as the year rolls to close, will he lose his heart in the process? Will they both realize that love, more than money, is the ticket to paradise? The Cajun Embassy series follows three Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana who find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo. Each book - Ticket to Paradise, Damn Yankees and Gone Pecan - follows these dedicated friends as they make their way into the world. Because love - and a good gumbo - cures everything. BOOK DETAILS - Contemporary romance- Book One of Cherie's The Cajun Embassy series- A full-length novel of approximately 90,000 words- R-rated content: Steamy love scenes - Bonus - Gumbo and jambalaya recipes included The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone Pecan Other books by Cherie Claire: The Cajuns historical saga EmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter Carnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras Novella The Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever

Sometimes life hands you just what you need, when you need it the most. Magnolia "Maggie" Delta Mallory has two major problems in her life: she is setting a world record in job layoffs and her luck with men is disastrous. Broke, discouraged and one year shy of 30, Maggie attends a journalism conference in Vegas in the hopes of landing another magazine job. Instead, she lands a husband. A Yankee one, no less. Colin Parnell doesn't trust the Southern belle who's landed on his doorstep, inheriting part of his Yankee Living magazine through his irresponsible cousin Jake. But he's inexplicably drawn to Maggie's lilting Southern accent, homemade gumbo and her adorable smile. Can Colin and Maggie discover love despite the obstacles, breaking down the Mason-Dixon Line between them? The Cajun Embassy series follows three Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana who find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo. Each book - Ticket to Paradise, Damn Yankees and Gone Pecan - follows these dedicated friends as they make their way into the world. Because love - and a good gumbo - cures everything. BOOK DETAILS - Contemporary romance- Book Two of Cherie's The Cajun Embassy series- A full-length novel of approximately 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)- R-rated content: Steamy love scenes The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone Pecan Other books by Cherie Claire: The Cajuns historical saga EmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter Carnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras Novella The Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever